Mid-Atlantic Hiking Group

Liberty Reservoir: Middle Run Area! Easy Side of Moderate 4 Miles

February 17 · 10:00 AM
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Join Us on the Middle Run Trails at Liberty Reservoir for An Easy Side of Moderate 4 Mile Trek!

"An anomaly: despite this hike’s location at Liberty Reservoir, it rarely offers views of the reservoir itself. Nevertheless, it’s arguably the prettiest and most diverse hike in the Liberty Reservoir watershed. The trail splits almost immediately; a fishermen’s path to the right heads downhill toward the water, and the main trail, a wide fire road, continues straight. If you want to spend a little while by the water, take the cut down to the edge of the reservoir."

Pace Options

We break down into groups no larger than 15 hikers per leader/sweep team for a more enjoyable experience for all of us and is better for the environment. Large groups really take away from the hiking experience. This also allows us to offer a variety of hike paces and for this particular hike you have 2 to choose from which allows us to be put together with those of a similar pace. Paces should be not only based on your preference but also ability needs to be taken into consideration.

Pace Option 1: A "walk in the woods" or "social" pace which is great for those who want to soak up the nature and will be about 2.0mph.
Pace Option 2: A moderate pace of about 2.5mph (pace of an average hiker).

PLEASE put your pace preference in your RSVP so we can plan accordingly

Trail Information

Nearby City:Finksburg
Length: 3.7 total miles
Elevation Gain: 570 feet
Trail Type: Loop
Skill Level:Easy Side of Moderate
Season: Year-round
Local Maps:USGS Finksburg

Weather Information
We hike rain or shine. Click here to see an up to the minute forecast for where we will be hiking.

Carpool Information

There are 2 carpools for this hike!
Baltimore Area Carpool
To carpool or caravan from the Baltimore metro area, meet at Savage Station. Click here for directions to Savage Station. Use the comment section to discuss carpooling with other members.

DC Area Carpool
To carpool or caravan from the metro DC area, meetup at the Centerville Park and Ride. Click here for information and directions to the Centerville location. Use the comment section to discuss carpooling with other members.

If you can drive or want to carpool from additional locations such as the DC area, please post your location in the comment section below. For those who need a ride, reach out to the drivers. Make friends, and support the environment - by just offering a ride!

Directions to the Trailhead

Click Here for Detailed Directions to where we meet for the hike.

Please remember we are a social hiking group that values fellowship and camaraderie and practice good hike etiquette. We take breaks as necessary and have at least one guide in the front in addition to a "sweeper" in the back which means that no hiker is left behind. If you get upset because someone has to rest at the top of a hill etc. then find another group! We are very supportive, encouraging, and focus on safety while getting or staying fit on the trail and practicing Leave No Trace outdoor ethics.

Hike is at 10:00 a.m.

Carpool meetup time from Savage Station is 9:00 a.m.

Carpool meetup time at Centerville Park and Ride is 8:45 a.m.

Fido is Welcome on this Hike!
Let's have good times and see you there!

Kellie: [masked]

Justin: [masked]

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Rick O'Donnel

Great hike under challenging conditions. Mike worked his magic to facilitate a wonderful event at last minute. Thanks, once again Mike, for being so resourceful at short notice and pulling it all together.

1 · February 18
Sandy Stromer

There was some confusion over the trail start and parking, but thankfully someone got a hold of the guide and we were able to meet them and get a good hike in.

1 · February 17
- Kellie Carlisle
  
  Sandy, I just spoke to Mike about this and I am updating the directions as soon as I post this to you. The book said the first lot after the bridge but I believe there was a "new" lot created due to the bridge being closed for construction for at least a year. I will put that it is a mile after the bridge. If you have any other suggestions please e-mail them to me at [masked]. I highly value member input. Thanks so much fo the heads up and helping the next people not have such a hard time finding the correct spot. There are many of them around there...
  
  0 · February 17
Wayne Martin

It was a very nice hike with a wonderful group of people. Even though our group was a half mile into the hike, I especially liked how Mike H., our hike leader, backtracked back to the parking lot to guide in an additional 10 hikers who had been waiting at a different location. In the second group of hikers were many familiar faces and it was nice to see them out on the trail again.

2 · February 17
Angela

Thanks to our guide Mike for jumping in last minute and for guiding us away from having to cross that daunting water and the harsh wind.

2 · February 17
A former member

Anyone have a picture?

1 · February 17
Enrico

I did not include this in the initial response but I would like Pace 1.

0 · February 17
Britta

Hello all! I live in DC and don't drive. Is anyone passing through the city that I could meet up with?

0 · February 16
- Enrico
  
  I live in Arlington...at what metro station could you meet me ?
  
  0 · February 17
Alison

We can no longer attend this hike today

0 · February 17
Angela

Pace 1, please.

0 · February 16
George Goldman

I am sick.See you on the next hike

0 · February 16
Robin

Pace 2 pls

0 · February 15
Kellie Carlisle

How to Move from the Wait list to a “Yes” - If you are on the wait list, you will get an e-mail as slots become available. It is a “first come first serve” system for available slots. Slots are open to everyone, whether on the wait list or not. However, being on the wait list will make certain that you are notified when open slots become available as well as letting me know to look for another leader if the trails (and parking) can accommodate it and still comply with our Leave No Trace pledge. Click the following link for how to get off the wait list and RSVP “yes”, http://www.midatlantichiking.co... Please don't hesitate to contact me if you need further assistance as that is what I am here for.

0 · February 12
Sandy Stromer

Pace 2 please

0 · February 11
Wayne Martin

Pace 1.

0 · February 11
Joanne

Pace 1, please.

0 · February 11
IUO

Pace 1 please

0 · February 11
Heather

Pace 1 please!

0 · February 2
Leslie

Pace Option 2

0 · January 23

20 attended

Kellie Carlisle

Certified Hike Leader and Advanced Wilderness First Aid, Organizer

Event Host
Justin Carlisle

Certified Hike Leader and Wilderness Medical First Responder, Co-Organizer

Event Host
Edward Cooper
Rich Oleson
Enrico +1
Dorie +1
Mike H.

Certified Hike Leader and Wilderness Medical First Responder, Co-Organizer
Laura

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Brad
IUO
Checked-in
Rick O'Donnel +1
Joanne
Wayne Martin
Sandy Stromer
Janna
Angela
A former member

Your organizer's refund policy for Liberty Reservoir: Middle Run Area! Easy Side of Moderate 4 Miles

Refunds offered if:

the Meetup is cancelled
the Meetup is rescheduled
you can cancel at least 2 day(s) before the Meetup

Additional notes: Full refund with no questions asked if your RSVP is changed PRIOR to 48 hours before the hike.

Payments you make go to the organizer, not to Meetup. You must make refund requests to the organizer.

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We are a laid back group of diverse people who enjoy hiking with others while exploring trails in Maryland, DC, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Delaware. A sense of humor is a must and we are very much a social hiking group. Our group focuses on camaraderie, safety while having good times out on the trail, and leading an active lifestyle. We enjoy Mother Nature's diversity as well as our own, so get your rear in gear and come on out and join us for a hike!

Why We Hike - To have good times, make friends, and maybe even meet that special someone along the trail while enjoying the benefits of the great outdoors. Whether you want to lose weight, have never hiked a mile in your life, or have a goal to rise up to the challenge of ultra hiking 30 miles in one day, we have a hike for you. Remember, we were all newbies once and we enjoy introducing others to hiking. It is a great way to relieve stress while getting great exercise and enjoying the variety of what Mother Nature has to offer.

When We Hike - In the mornings, afternoons, evenings, darkest of nights, every weekend, all year round. We average 10 hikes a week. Seasonal, after work hikes are offered in many areas throughout our region as well.

Where We Hike - Anywhere within the Mid-Atlantic region. We also have special trips to places farther away. Hikes range from very easy sneaker hikes on paved paths along gentle streams and clear lakes, to very strenuous, steep climbs and rock scrambles to mountain summits. We visit Shenandoah National Park, George Washington National Forest, and the Appalachian Trail almost every weekend. We strive to offer at least one easy, moderate, and strenuous hike within 60 miles of Baltimore, DC, and Northern Virginia each weekend. Additionally, we have cookouts, white water floats, hike out/paddle backs, cave trips, natural water slides hikes, Appalachian Trail section hikes, camping trips, volunteer offerings, and last but certainly not least, our very popular Monuments in the Moonlight hikes that have been featured in the Washington Post.

How We Hike - With safety and camaraderie! We will NOT leave anyone behind and we strive for a 1:15 volunteer hike leader to member ratio. Hiking in large groups is not fun for you or anyone else on the trail, including our own volunteer leadership team. Hikes with a large number of people signed up typically have more than one leader to maintain our goal ratio. This also allows us to offer various pace options so you can hike at the right pace for you. We have pledged to practice Leave No Trace outdoor ethics and we do. We also offer many volunteer and trail maintenance opportunities in addition to community building events, so come on out and make a difference in our parks!

Who Should Join - Simply put, you! Whether you are young, old, working, retired, laid off, shy, talkative, energetic, geeky, lazy (but hopefully you don't want to be or we just might have a problem with this one-grin), recovering from an injury, social, or a competitive speed hiker, this is a group for you. We love our diversity and thrive on it!

WARNING - Our calendar is very active ALL FOUR SEASONS and may become addictive and beneficial to your health!

To keep up with our very active schedule, you can follow our activities via Twitter and socialize with your fellow hikers on Facebook.

I hope to see you on the trail soon and let's have good times!

Kellie and the Entire Mid-Atlantic Hiking Group Volunteer Leadership Team